Leona Lewis On One Direction's Liam Payne: 'He's A Sweet Guy'

But are they dating?

Leona Lewis has addressed the rumours that she is dating One Direction's Liam Payne, describing him as a "sweet friend."

The 'Trouble' singer is said to have enjoyed a series of dates with the 19-year-old heartthrob following her split from German dancer Dennis Jauch, and Liam's break-up with Danielle Peazer.

However, Leona, 27, insists that she is just friends with the 'Live While We're Young' singer but still gushed about what a great guy he is. "He is a really sweet, lovely guy," Leona told the Daily Mirror.

"I'm a fan of One Direction. We have been friends for a year-and-a-half."